Passeios por Miyama Village

During this trip, Tour Guide Kang provided detailed explanations of the itinerary planning, local history and culture, and unique cuisine, allowing first-time visitors to this unfamiliar place to quickly understand. Tour Guide Kang also introduced hidden gems in Japan along the way and handled issues with alertness. Although the trip was short, it felt incredibly rewarding, with rich experiences at every attraction.

The day before the tour, an email will be sent with meeting information. We gathered at Exit 2 of Nihonbashi in the morning, where tour leader Momo was waiting for tourists with a sign. Before arriving at each attraction, the tour leader also provided explanations in multiple languages. Around Amanohashidate (cable car) sandbar, the water was clear, and the scenery was tranquil and beautiful. Ine no Funaya (boat tour to feed seagulls & eagles) was a special experience suitable for both adults and children, though it was a pity that the boathouses could only be viewed from a distance on the boat. Miyama-cho thatched-roof village was a quiet village with not much to do other than appreciate the local charm. This trip involved longer travel times, so the itinerary was a bit tight, but there were opportunities to rest along the way. Arranging a day trip by tour bus during a free and easy trip in Osaka was truly a wise decision!

A highly recommended day trip, 5-star rating. The tour guide was very professional and gave us many great suggestions. The weather was excellent, our mood was fantastic, and it was an unforgettable day!

我與年邁的母親於4月24日參加了這次旅行。導遊邱紅女士非常樂於助人，並耐心地協助我的母親。很高興認識她，她非常細心，提醒我們所有人時間，甚至不忘發送集合地點給我們。她提供了旅行的資訊。旅行前一天，她甚至建議我們帶些零食。感謝這次美好的回憶。

This tour was fantastic. Great value for money. We never would have seen these great places on our own. Our guide Joe was the best. He was very informative and made sure we enjoyed our day to the fullest. Lovely man. Highly recommend this tour company.

Aunque llovió por la tarde, disfruté mucho del recorrido. Erina fue muy servicial y siempre nos asistió, es amable y siempre sonríe y, por supuesto... hermosa, jeje. ¡MUCHAS GRACIAS, ERINA!👍

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Japan! If you’re a fan of JDM culture, Fast & Furious, or just love cars, this experience is absolutely worth it. It doesn’t feel like a typical tourist tour—you really become part of the local car community. Seeing legendary cars, meeting passionate owners, driving through Tokyo at night, and visiting Daikoku PA created memories we’ll never forget. A special thank you to our driver, Timi. She was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional from the very beginning. She made us feel comfortable, shared interesting stories, answered all our questions, and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Her passion for JDM culture really shows, and it made the night feel authentic and special. Thank you, Timi, and the whole Gaijin Tuned team for an unforgettable evening. We would definitely do it again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Tokyo!

Sun Peng, our guide, deserves full marks! He was incredibly knowledgeable about Kumamoto throughout the trip, explaining the unique features of each attraction. To be honest, the Aso Boy train wasn't really worth it, haha. 2300 yen per person just to see a mountain; it's not as beautiful as the Ghibli train I rode in Hakone, Tokyo. It was a shame we couldn't go boating in Takachiho Gorge today, but the scenery was still good, though slightly less impressive than Hokkaido's Blue Pond. However, my only complaint about the guide is that he sent us to Takachiho Shrine. It's fine to go, but the path is genuinely difficult, so be prepared. But on the way back to the parking lot, the guide told us to follow Google Maps to the third parking lot, which would have been a disaster! You absolutely must return to that slope and head straight for the third parking lot. When you go to the shrine, there's a fork in the road on that slope; pay attention to the sign indicating the direction to the third parking lot. It's only 300m that way. Do NOT follow the map! A large group of us followed the map, but luckily I had seen the sign on the way there, otherwise, we would have been completely lost trying to find our way back! The cheese mini-bread recommended by the guide was decent, and the cream puffs were also good, filled with ice cream. I didn't try the summer iced tea special. The horse sashimi and barbecue were okay, but don't have high expectations; it's not as good as grilled beef. Next, regarding the guide's recommendations at Kusasenri: I didn't buy the keychains, didn't buy the horse oil cream, but I did buy a fridge magnet. The green house was a bit hard to find, so look carefully. The beef burger was sold out. The only thing I think is worth recommending, which the guide didn't, is the ice cream. If you go, remember to try the ice cream at the museum! Oh, and I also want to mention that the time at Kusasenri is actually very short. If you climb to the observation deck and then come down, and also want to eat and shop, it might be quite rushed. Be prepared to just have ice cream! The fridge magnet is very cute and worth buying for 800 yen! Finally, the Tenkaippin ramen was a bit disappointing; the firm noodles were very salty and not as good as Ippudo in Osaka, haha. Ippudo is also salty (apparently ramen is meant to be paired with sake). As for the Osmanthus fried rice: it tasted like something any Chinese restaurant could make; no need to specifically try it in Japan, hahaha! Overall, this group tour was actually pretty good, just a bit rushed. Of course, that's because there were many places to visit, and it wasn't a self-guided trip, haha! I would still consider a group tour again if I have the chance!